Zachary Adams

Zachary Adams is an Associate Professor at ArtCenter College of Design, specializing in Entertainment Design. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Entertainment Design from ArtCenter (2002). His career spans over 20 years as a game developer, with leadership roles including Environment Art Director at Insomniac Games. Notable credits include Resistance, Ratchet & Clank, Sunset Overdrive, and Marvel's Spider-Man. He teaches courses such as Environmental Design for Animation/Games, Level Design, and Game Concept Development.

Education:

• Bachelor of Science in Entertainment Design, ArtCenter College of Design (2002)

Adams emphasizes environmental storytelling and collaborative design, blending technical and aesthetic expertise. His work focuses on creating immersive experiences through cohesive game design principles. He advocates for a shared interdisciplinary vocabulary to unify diverse creative disciplines in game development.

Professional Experience:

• 11 AAA title releases across 3 console generations (Playstation 2/3/4, Xbox One, Oculus Rift)
• Tools expertise: Maya, Photoshop, Substance Designer, proprietary game engines

His teaching portfolio includes advanced courses in Quest & Mission Design, Portfolio Development, and Stylization, reflecting his commitment to bridging industry practice with academic training.